Cellcept
Warnings
What may interact with CellCept?
Do not take this medication with any of the following:
-Live virus vaccines
This medication may also interact with the following:
-Azathioprine
-Certain antibiotics, such as ciprofloxacin, levofloxacin, norfloxacin, trimethoprim; sulfamethoxazole, penicillin, amoxicillin; clavulanic acid
-Certain antivirals, such as acyclovir, valacyclovir, ganciclovir, valganciclovir
-Certain medications for cholesterol, such as cholestyramine, colestipol
-Certain medications for stomach problems, such as lansoprazole, omeprazole, pantoprazole
-Cyclosporine
-Estrogen and progestin hormones
-Isavuconazonium
-Metronidazole
-Other mycophenolate medications
-Probenecid
-Rifampin
-Sevelamer
-Stomach acid blockers, such as magnesium hydroxide, aluminum hydroxide
-Telmisartan
What should I tell my health care provider before I take CellCept?
They need to know if you have any of these conditions:
-Anemia or other blood disorder
-Cancer
-Diarrhea
-Immune system problems
-Infection, such as chickenpox, cold sores, herpes
-Kidney disease
-Recently received or scheduled to receive a vaccination
-Stomach problems
-An unusual or allergic reaction to mycophenolate mofetil, other medications, foods, dyes, or preservatives
-If you or your partner are pregnant or trying to get pregnant
-Breastfeeding
What should I watch for while using CellCept?
Your condition will be monitored carefully while you are receiving this medication.
This medication may affect your coordination, reaction time, or judgment. Do not drive or operate machinery until you know how this medication affects you. Sit up or stand slowly to reduce the risk of dizzy or fainting spells. Drinking alcohol with this medication can increase the risk of these side effects.
This medication can make you more sensitive to the sun. Keep out of the sun. If you cannot avoid being in the sun, wear protective clothing and sunscreen. Do not use sun lamps, tanning beds, or tanning booths.
This medication may increase your risk of getting an infection. Call your care team for advice if you get a fever, chills, sore throat, or other symptoms of a cold or flu. Do not treat yourself. Try to avoid being around people who are sick.
Talk to your care team about your risk of cancer. You may be more at risk for certain types of cancer if you take this medication.
Talk to your care team if you or your partner may be pregnant. Serious birth defects can occur if you take this medication during pregnancy and for 6 weeks after the last dose. You will need a negative pregnancy test before starting this medication. Estrogen and progestin hormones may not work as well while you are taking this medication. Contraception is recommended while taking this medication and for 6 weeks after the last dose. Your care team can help you find the option that works for you.
If your partner can get pregnant, use a condom during sex while taking this medication and for 90 days after the last dose.
Talk to your care team before breastfeeding. Changes to your treatment plan may be needed.
Do not donate sperm while taking this medication and for 90 days after the last dose.
Do not give blood while taking this medication and for 6 weeks after the last dose. Donated blood may contain enough of this medication to cause birth defects if transfused to someone who is pregnant.
Where should I keep my medicine?
Keep out of the reach of children and pets.
Store at room temperature between 20 and 25 degrees C (68 and 77 degrees F). Protect from light. Get rid of any unused medication after the expiration date.
To get rid of medications that are no longer needed or have expired:
-Take the medication to a medication take-back program. Check with your pharmacy or law enforcement to find a location.
-If you cannot return the medication, ask your pharmacist or care team how to get rid of this medication safely.
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